Researcher identifies key trends for 2007
Sustainability and age-specific products are key trends that will shape the consumer-packaged goods industry in the year to come, according to market researcher Mintel.
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Metabolix begins construction of commercial manufacturing facility for its biodegradable Natural Plastic
Metabolix Inc., a company developing and commercializing environmentally sustainable and biodegradable plastic, has begun construction on a commercial manufacturing facility designed to produce 110 million pounds of the company's biodegradable Natural Plastic annually. The facility is being constructed as part of a joint-venture agreement with Archer Daniels Midland Co.
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U.K. campaigners launch fresh attack on bottled water
Campaign group Sustain has reignited debate on the environmental harm caused by soaring bottled water sales, criticizing government departments for adding to the problem and urging consumers to re-embrace tap water.
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Sealed Air acquires majority interest in Biosphere Industries
Sealed Air Corp. has acquired a majority interest in Biosphere Industries, LLC, a California-based late-stage startup company that has developed a proprietary process for manufacturing rigid packaging materials made from renewable resources.
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Alcan launches aluminum technology initiative in France
Alcan is launching a research and development initiative centered in France and focused on its AP series aluminum smelting technology. The company has set an ambitious target of developing a 20-percent-more energy-efficient and environmentally-friendly cell through the accelerated introduction of new, innovative technologies.
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